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Volvo XC30 Mini SUV For India Launch By 2013

Posted: 07 Jan 2011 03:53 AM PST

Volvo has pulled up its socks and started work on the BMW X1 and Audi Q3 competitor in India. Volvo is developing a mini SUV based on Volvo C30 hatchback. The mini SUV XC30 will be shorter by about quarter of meter compared to the Volvo XC60 SUV which has been launched sometime back in India at about Rs. 40 Lakhs ex-showroom price. The price point of X1 has created a gap between the price brackets of BMW and its competitors in India. To stay ahead in the game and sell more of its units, its very important for the competitors to have some options in the similar price range as BMW X1.

Volvo C30 hatchback itself has stunning styling, we hope that the crossover or mini SUV based it, the XC30 will also look as pleasing as the C30. The engine and other details are not available at this stage, we will keep an eye on it and will bring the details soon. Stay tuned to by signing up for our free email newsletter or following @carblogindia on twitter.

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Tata Venture MPV Launched At 4.05 Lakhs – Specifications Features Pictures and Price

Posted: 06 Jan 2011 11:44 PM PST

Tata Motors has launched its people carrier MPV Tata Venture in Rajasthan. The venture will be available in Rajasthan only as of now and slowly will be made available in all across India as the production and distribution ramps up. The Venture comes in 5, 7 and 8 seater options. The less than 4 meter long Tata Venture can comfortably accommodate eight passengers in three front facing rows and has ample luggage space. Also the 4 meters length makes it eligible to be a small car as per the excise duty laws and thus it comes at such an attractive pricing.

Specifications And Features of Tata Venture MPV

The Tata Venture is powered by a 1.4 Litre turbo CRDI diesel engine, delivering 71 PS power, with best in class fuel efficiency among diesel MPVs in the country. The mileage as certified by ARAI is 15.42 kmpl.

The Tata Venture will be available in 5, 7 and 8-seater options in 3 row front facing configuration and will be available in a range of 5 colors and 3 trim levels.

The Tata Venture comes with a warranty of 2 years or 75,000 kms (whichever is earlier). In Rajasthan, it will be available across 24 dealerships (13 passenger car dealerships and 11 commercial vehicle dealerships) in the first phase.

A semi monocoque construction provides the required rigidity while the robust shell has energy absorbing crumple zones built in. A collapsible steering and side impact beams protect occupants in an exigency. The Tata Venture meets crash safety norms applicable in the domestic market.

A glasshouse effect with plug-in windows for second row passengers contributes to the distinctive exterior design while the contemporary interiors sport a two-tone beige and black theme. Comfort and convenience of both driver and passengers have been adequately addressed with dual HVAC, power steering, power windows, reverse parking aid, keyless entry with engine immobilizer and rear wipers.

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Tata Venture Features And Specification – Multipurpose Diesel Vehicle

Tata Venture Photos, Interior & Exterior Pictures

Tata Venture Price In India

Tata Venture has been priced between Rs. 4.05 lakhs and Rs. 5.07 lakhs (ex-showroom Jaipur) for various seating capacity and trim lever variants. With the kind of features offered this is a very attractive pricing for personal as well as commercial commuting purpose.

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